56007 Zip Code, Albert Lea

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Albert Lea

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 99 / 300 High
Violent Crime 104
4% above national avg
Property Crime 123
23% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 56007 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 56007 in Albert Lea, MN has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 99, which is 1% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Albert Lea.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 131, 31% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 95).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 131 (31% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 95 (5% below avg)

56007 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Albert Lea city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
112 +12% Moderate
Assault
112 +12% Moderate
Robbery
95 -5% Average
Rape
95 -5% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
108 +8% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
131 +31% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
130 +30% Moderate

56007 Crime Map

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56007 Demographics & Context

Population
20,505
Median Income
$59,729
Home Value
$187,188
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
114/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.2%
Graduate Degree 4.4%

Housing

64%
36%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 87.3%
Black 1.5%
Hispanic 13.7%
Asian 1.9%
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Albert Lea Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 56007, Albert Lea?

Zip code 56007 in Albert Lea, MN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 99, which is 1% below the national average. Zip code 56007 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Albert Lea.

Is Zip code 56007 a safe neighborhood in Albert Lea?

Zip code 56007 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Albert Lea, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 131), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 95). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Albert Lea.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 56007?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 56007 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 131 (31% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 56007?

Zip code 56007 has a population of approximately 20,505. The median household income is $59,729. The median home value is $187,188. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 56007 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 56007's overall crime rate is 1% below the national average (index 99 vs 100). Within Albert Lea, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.